Daniel McDonald
St Ignace
Summary
Results-driven maintenance supervisor with over 9 years of experience in facility management. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, committed to maintaining operational efficiency and adhering to safety protocols for optimal performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter and Escort
State of Michigan DOT
Saint Ignace, MI
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared surfaces by scraping, sanding, and cleaning to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied various paint types using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment for project consistency.
- Maintained tools and equipment in clean, safe working condition to support operational efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working with chemicals and handling painting materials effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule while maintaining quality standards.
Maintenance Supervisor
Little Bear East Arena
Saint Ignace, MI
01.2015 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily maintenance operations, ensuring facility readiness for events.
- Coordinated repair schedules, optimizing equipment uptime and minimizing disruptions.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives by identifying areas for improvement in equipment operation and facility management practices.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment longevity and efficiency.
- Developed cost-effective solutions for repairs, reducing overall operational expenses.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
Dish Network Technician
DISH
Newberry, MI
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Installed and configured satellite systems for residential and commercial customers.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting of dish installations and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during installation processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory of tools and equipment necessary for installations.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on installed systems, ensuring continued functionality for satisfied customers.
- Contributed to team productivity, assisting fellow technicians with complex installations when needed.
- Established trust with clients by maintaining professionalism in appearance and demeanor throughout all interactions.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining an organized stock of necessary tools and equipment for job completion.
- Increased customer retention with excellent communication skills, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding Dish Network services.
- Installed wiring, cabling and networking hardware on customer premises.
Marine
United States Marine Corps
San Diego, CA
09.2008 - 10.2012
- Led training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for mission execution and resource allocation.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment transportation and maintenance during deployments.
- Mentored junior Marines, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Oversaw maintenance of specialized equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
- Demonstrated resilience under pressure by consistently performing at a high level despite challenging conditions or unforeseen obstacles.
- Ensured continuity of operations by meticulously maintaining records, reports, and documentation related to all aspects of the unit's activities.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
Lube Technician
Speedco Truck Lube and Tires
Seville, OH
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and recommended appropriate repairs to customers.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while operating tools and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of service performed and parts used during operations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring availability of essential supplies and tools.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Increased shop efficiency with meticulous organization of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Successfully met deadlines for scheduled services while maintaining a focus on accuracy during fast-paced shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Black River High School
Sullivan, OH06-2008
Power Equipment Technology - Power Equipment
Medina County JVSD
Medina, OH06-2008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Blueprints analysis
- Fixtures removal
- Effective multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Power and hand tools
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Wall repair
- Basic carpentry
- Inventory control
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Operated and repaired old machinery on a small budget with little down time
Timeline
Painter and Escort
State of Michigan DOT
04.2025 - 11.2025
Maintenance Supervisor
Little Bear East Arena
01.2015 - 05.2024
Dish Network Technician
DISH
02.2014 - 06.2015
Marine
United States Marine Corps
09.2008 - 10.2012
Lube Technician
Speedco Truck Lube and Tires
04.2006 - 08.2008
High School Diploma -
Black River High School
Power Equipment Technology - Power Equipment
Medina County JVSD